Full-Time School OT - ID & Autism Programs - Channahon Area

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking to hire a full-time Occupational Therapist. Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional occupational therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!

Position Details

• Location: Morris and Minooka, Illinois (travel between buildings)
• Setting: On-site | Full-Time, in-person support
• Schedule: Approximately 35 hours per week, including consult and therapy time, travel, paperwork, and IEP meetings
• Start Date: January 2027 | End Date: May 2027
• Caseload: 45 students total (20 consult); 695 service minutes per week. The OT carries and manages the caseload.
• Buildings: Saratoga, Transition Learning Center, Minooka High School, Minooka Intermediate School, Minooka Junior High School
• Programs: ID and Autism programs
• Illinois OT licensure and experience with ID and Autism programs preferred

This OT position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Great Mentorship Program!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• State Occupational Therapy License

Every state requires all Occupational Therapists to have a state license. If you do not have a license for a specific state, the licensing team at PDS will help you through the process!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

As an Occupational Therapist you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!

You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, and writing reports, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in fine motor skills, handwriting, and other areas.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this OT position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.